Books to Explore: 8 Philippine Entries at MIBF 2025
News Article: Standout Reads and Special Events at the Manila International Book Fair 2025
Get ready, book lovers! The Manila International Book Fair (MIBF) 2025 is set to return from September 10 to 14, 2025, at the SMX Convention Center in Pasay City. This year's event promises to be an exciting one, spanning over two floors and featuring new Filipino books, special activities, and author appearances.
One of the standout reads at MIBF 2025 is Siege Malvar's dark, sharp, and bloody novella, "Team Building." This gripping tale explores the absurd extremes of corporate team-building activities, promising a rollercoaster ride of suspense and intrigue.
Another must-read is Yvette Tan's collection, "Insect Hag and Other Stories," published by Anvil Publishing. This captivating collection includes four short stories and one novella that bind Filipino mythical culture and modern-day sociopolitical issues.
Chuckberry Pascual's novella, "Daddy," is another standout read at MIBF 2025. "Daddy" is a poignant story about Ryan, a middle-aged queer man, and his journey of self-reflection.
Budjette Tan's "KWENTOYS" is a collection of eight YA short stories featuring special items with supernatural abilities and futuristic powers. Published under Avenida Books, "KWENTOYS" promises to be a thrilling read for young adult readers.
Eros Atalia's book, "Thirty Virgins," is one of the standout reads at MIBF 2025. This thought-provoking novel tells the story of Leslie interviewing 30 women who are willing to sell their virginity for P1 million. "Thirty Virgins" won the 2024 Carlos Palanca Grand Prize under the Nobela category, making it a must-read for literature enthusiasts.
Atom Araullo's "A View from the Ground," published under the University of the Philippines Press, takes readers into the daily realities of people often at the footnotes of national conversation. Critics have praised "A View from the Ground" as both haunting and hopeful, with National Artist Ricky Lee calling Araullo's truth-telling "impossible to look away" from. Araullo's previous nonfiction piece, "Letter from Tawi-tawi," clinched the 2022 Carlos Palanca Grand Prize under the Essay Category.
Erik Pingol's "Agaw-Anino 2: Tagapagtala ng Tumatakas na Gunita" continues the haunting journey of a man wrestling with memories from his past. Published under Avenida Books, "Agaw-Anino 2" is a chilling addition to Pingol's acclaimed series.
Allan Navarra's "Falling Apart by Design" is a nonfiction piece capturing the inner battles of a Filipino urban worker. This insightful book offers a unique perspective on the struggles faced by many in today's society.
These standout reads and more await you at the Manila International Book Fair 2025. Don't miss out on this opportunity to discover new authors, immerse yourself in captivating stories, and engage with the vibrant literary community in the Philippines. See you there!
